{"id":33348,"date":"2019-11-07T03:53:54","date_gmt":"2019-11-07T03:53:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/?p=33348"},"modified":"2019-11-07T03:55:01","modified_gmt":"2019-11-07T03:55:01","slug":"5-unexpected-new-york-city-date-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/5-unexpected-new-york-city-date-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"5 unexpected New York City date ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"

So you’re headed to NYC with your beloved significant other and are looking for the absolute best venues for an unforgettable date or two? You’ve come to the right place. The best dates are those that are unexpected, where a simple twist on a traditional idea or something that\u2019s more off-the-beaten-path becomes one of your most treasured memories. Luckily, New York<\/a> is among the best cities for such unexpected dates, thanks to its sheer size, countless things to do and constant flow of new offerings. Read on for 5 great unexpected date ideas in New York City!<\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> The most Instagrammable food in New York City<\/a><\/p>\n

Walk the High Line<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Sure, with more than 5 million annual visitors, the High Line is no secret. But sometimes a simple stroll can be a lovely way to connect with someone. And sometimes<\/em>, that simple stroll can be through one of New York City\u2019s most famous outdoor landmarks. Ten years ago, the High Line was just an obsolete elevated railway in Chelsea<\/a> known for its dilapidation, overgrown weeds and presence as an eyesore. Today, that same structure is known as one of New York City\u2019s most treasured attractions, serving as a 1.5-mile walkway lined with gorgeously manicured plants, commissioned local artwork and breathtaking views of the waterfront\u2019s high-end living, dining, shopping and stunning surrounding architecture. Broadly considered a testament to modern urban planning and its benefits, The High Line is a charming date idea, especially around sunset, and what’s even better it that it requires little planning ahead!<\/p>\n

Find great deals on Chelsea hotels <\/a>here.<\/p>\n

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Take the New York Beer and Brewery Tour<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Do you like going out for drinks, but feel like you and your date are always just going to bars? Then you\u2019re going to love this! The New York Beer and Brewery Tour is a journey through many of the delicious local beer halls New York City has to offer. Led by Viator, the tour, which lasts about 4.5 hours (if you\u2019re like me, that\u2019s plenty of time for a quality day drink!), features visits to three New York breweries and includes transportation, drinks and snacks. To me, the tour\u2019s unquestionable highlight is visiting Williamsburg and its Brooklyn Brewery, known for the green logo that highlights the bottles and cans of its famous (and delicious) Brooklyn Lager!<\/p>\n

Find great deals on Williamsburg hotels <\/a>here.<\/p>\n

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Catch a game<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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With all the potential date ideas New York has to offer\u2014restaurants, live music, Broadway shows and more\u2014it\u2019s easy to forget the city is an incredible sports town, fielding more professional sports teams than any other American city. While New York\u2019s football teams (the Giants and Jets) play in nearby New Jersey, the 5 Boroughs are home to many other pro teams, including baseball\u2019s Yankees (in the Bronx) and Mets (Queens), along with basketball\u2019s Knicks and hockey\u2019s Rangers, which both play in Manhattan\u2019s Madison Square Garden<\/a>, also known as the world\u2019s most famous arena. No matter when you\u2019re in New York, one of these teams will definitely be playing, giving you and your partner an unforgettable live sports opportunity in the Big Apple!<\/p>\n

Find<\/strong> great deals on Midtown hotels <\/a>here.<\/p>\n

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Gorge at Smorgasburg<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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What if just going out to eat could be something more fun, interactive and outdoors? To achieve this\u2014along with a quintessential taste of Brooklyn living\u2014check out Smorgasburg. A portmanteau of \u201cSmorgasbord\u201d and \u201cWilliamsburg,\u201d Smorgasburg is an event where you can eat and drink yourself silly in Williamsburg<\/a>. More specifically, over 10,000 patrons and 100 vendors converge on the East River State Park each Saturday from April to November to indulge in craft beer, lobster rolls, ramen, frozen popsicles and basically everything you ever imagined wanting to eat and drink. Entering Smorgasburg is free, but be prepared to regularly open your wallet as these delicious food and drink offerings don’t come cheap. That said, it\u2019s well worth the expense to absorb both phenomenal Manhattan views and plenty of delicious calories.<\/p>\n

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Explore Chelsea\u2019s art scene<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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While The High Line may be one of Chelsea\u2019s newer attractions, this New York neighborhood<\/a> has long been famous for something else: the modern art gallery. Have your partner join you in exploring the 10 blocks west of 8th Avenue between 17th and 27th Streets where the two of you can ponder the cutting edge art found in the more than 250 art galleries that consistently display a variety of new collections and live performances. My top two picks are The Kitchen, a non-profit space known for its experimental video and performance art, and the International Print Center, New York\u2019s only gallery exclusively dedicated to all print mediums, including woodcuts, printmaking and etchings.<\/p>\n

Find<\/strong> great deals on Chelsea hotels here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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